Libby is expected to address the state of defense, veterans and emergency management matters, and also recognize Maine’s National Guard families that have lost a loved one during deployments since 2001.

A bill introduced last year and signed by Gov. Paul LePage last week authorizes legislative leaders to invite the adjutant general to appear annually and address a joint session.

Maine’s National Guard began in 1893, when a revision of military law changed the designation from Maine Volunteer Militia to National Guard, State of Maine.